Not every school gets a visit from its city's mayor on its first day of school, but the Lotus School for Excellence in Aurora did on Tuesday.

Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman read a proclamation in front of the student body to recognize them for their achievements. It read:

Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman recognizes the achievements of Lotus School for Excellence. CBS

A PROCLAMATION CELEBRATING THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS OF THE LOTUS SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND AURORA STUDENTS

WHEREAS, The Lotus School for Excellence has served Aurora students since August 2006, and over the years have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, fostering an environment of achievement, innovation, and inclusivity for all its students; and

WHEREAS, the students, educators, staff, and leadership of the

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